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Dec 2019
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040 - Chats with Shana: December Days

Shana Thompson
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In this episode of the podcast, I speak casually to you about our first week in December. Within the multiple mini stories, you'll hear irregular past tense verbs, learn Christmas vocabulary and get a feel for some of the pre-Christmas activities that are celebrated in California.Want to take your learning further? ⭐ ⁠⁠Visit the website⁠⁠ for more learning ... Show More
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